Youth Development

Situation
San Juan County has 527 traditional 4-H members including 81 Cloverbud members. Of the 446 traditional members, 142 were 1st year members, 148 were 2-3 year members, and 156 were members for over 4 years. The county has Thirty-two community clubs for members to join and be a part of. The number of clubs has reduced because of a new bylaw that requires a minimum number of members per club. 98% of the members developed skills relating to the projects they were enrolled in as is evident through their project completion which includes, but not limited to, livestock shows, pet shows, county contests, rodeos, horse shows, indoor project competition and record book completion. 75% of the members displayed leadership traits through local club work by serving as officers, committee members, pledge leaders, etc. Members also demonstrated leadership qualities by serving as County Council Officers and participating in various 4-H activities such as county contests, council meetings state and national events.
The Agent was mainly responsible for the agricultural and natural resource side of the 4-H program as well as assisting with County Council events for the 2010-11 program year. Programs this year include:

Youth Development

Junior Livestock Program
The Agent spent a substantial amount of time in assisting members, parents and volunteer leaders in the Junior Livestock Program. This program is designed to directly impact youth and increase their life skills. Members complete their projects at the San Juan County Fair, New Mexico State Fair, Arizona National Livestock Show, and National Western Livestock Show in Denver. In 2011 the San Juan County Fair Junior Livestock Auction raised over $435,000 in sale receipts and “add-on’s” to 4-H members that made the sale as well as members that had non sale animals. This represents almost a ninety thousand (90,000) dollar increase over last year! This past year in the county we had 48 market steers, 121 market sheep, 193 market swine, 79 market goats, 62 breeding animals (including beef, sheep, and goats), 32 show horses, 152 poultry entries, and 96 rabbit entries. These numbers represent a similar representation as last year but a significant decrease from two years ago due to the area‘s economy and the ever increasing costs of the program.

Many programs within the Junior Livestock program were developed and delivered to assist members and help make their experience in the program a positive learning one. Programs include:

• Market Steer Selection & Feeding Workshop- The agent collaborated with a local feed dealer to deliver a program in to members, leaders and parents about selection, feeding, facilities and care of a market steer/breeding heifer. Handouts were provided to families to assist throughout the year. Many examples were given to both positive attributes and negative attributes on many market steers to improve the member’s chances of having a good experience. This program concluded with many question and answers. The agent offered his services to help members select animals at sales and farms and this offer was taken up by many of the members. The agent educated members and leaders on all aspects of raising beef for show and gave members valuable information to assist them in the learning process of raising show cattle. Through this education, members developed skills in all aspects of raising and showing beef animals as well as life skills which include sportsmanship, responsibility, and dedication. Although only a few members and leaders attended, those that attended changed their attitude and increased the quality of animals purchased and were successful in the show ring.

• Steer Weigh Days- The agent worked individually with families on weighing steers. With the increasing number of scales through the county, the agent teamed families together with scales. The agent also met families at the fairgrounds to weigh and evaluate projects. Weights were recorded to show the amount of growth in a period of time and assisted members on feeding programs. The animals were evaluated by the agent and suggestions were given to help make the project a success. 100% of the members showing market beef attended at least one weigh day throughout the year.

• Steer Jackpots- Members from the county attended jackpots in Portales, Las Cruces, and Farmington. The agent assisted members in preparation of their steers before leaving to attend the jackpots in Portales, Farmington, and Las Cruces. Grooming and showing techniques were taught to members and parents to increase knowledge and success in the show ring. The agent was directly responsible for preparing and putting on the “Sno-Ball Classic” Jackpot in Farmington. The agent was responsible for securing judges, facilities, prizes, money. The agent developed advertising to promote the jackpot and recruited members to participate to develop skills necessary to be successful at showing and raising cattle. Although this jackpot is co-sponsored with the Aztec FFA Alumni, this year all of the responsibilities fell upon the agent. This year we had 48 calves showed up from Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico, several more local 4-H Members came to watch and learn. The jackpot was a great experience and gave members an opportunity to exhibit their 4-H project and “Learn by Doing”.

• Market Swine Selection Workshop- The agent prepared and presented a program to members, leaders, and parents on market swine selection, care, and feeding. A PowerPoint presentation was given to stress the importance of proper selection techniques in selecting market show swine as well as many feeding options. Issues relating to muscle, leanness, and structure were discussed. The agent covered proper facilities and show time preparation. Members left with a feeling of excitement as they participated in the seminar and expressed their gratitude for the information and was followed up with many calls about raising show swine. The agent also had a section dedicated to show ring ethics. Although only 5 members and parents participated, those that did expressed gratitude toward the agent for the knowledge and handouts to make a successful experience.
The agent is directly responsible for putting on the Aztec FFA Alumni Pig Sale. The agent secures facilities, arranges for the breeders, arranges for a auctioneer ring help and clerks. The agent sets up the sale ring and assists members in selection of a market swine project. The past two years the grand champion and reserve grand champion were purchased through the sale. This has been a great opportunity for our members as well as a fundraiser for Aztec FFA Alumni scholarships for local youth.

• Market Lamb Selection Workshop- The agent prepared and presented a program to members, leader, and parents over show lamb selection, nutrition, facilities, health, and ethics. A PowerPoint presentation as prepared by the agent to show actual lambs and to discuss strengths and weaknesses. Many questions were answered and anxiety levels lowered as a result of this workshop. Although participation was poor in the workshop the five members and parents that participated in this event expressed their gratefulness and went on to select lambs that excelled at the county fair as well as the Shiprock Fair.

• Pig & Lamb Jackpot- This year the agent assisted with the “Four Corners Pig & Lamb Expo”. The Agent recruited volunteers to assist with the jackpot with check-in, announcing, ring help, and computer work. The agent worked with a local 4-H club with several planning meetings to discuss judges, prizes, concessions, and general preparation for the jackpot. Many hours were dedicated to making this jackpot a positive experience for 4-H youth and make this a learning situation for youth in the junior livestock program. 89 swine and 14 lambs were exhibited. 4-H members throughout the state as well as Colorado and Arizona gained experience in their 4-H projects through this experience. Members had a chance to prepare for the county fair by getting out in the show ring and practicing the skills that they learned at the agent’s workshop. This is a great reinforcement tool and members learned valuable skills relating to showmanship and their animals.

• San Juan County Fair- The San Juan County Fair is the largest county Fair in New Mexico. The agent is responsible for securing NMLB tags and setting up tag days for all species that enter the county fair as well as the NM State Fair. The agent works with volunteers to make sure all tags are inserted properly and that the tags are accounted for. This year the agent also secured RIFD tag readers to make check-in run smoothly. The Fair runs eight days and members exhibit their animals as well as indoor entries for the entire length of the fair. Over 200 members exhibit 4-H animal projects. 124 entries qualify for the Junior Livestock sale that brought in over $343,000 dollars and another $90,000 dollars were brought in for add-on’s for both sale and non-sale exhibitors. This money went directly to the youth for their hard work and efforts. The agent assisted many members while at the show and assisted with shows and performed many odd jobs during the week. Our county fair provides a great economic value as well as a positive learning experience for the youth of San Juan County. Many of the members that do not make the premium sale receive a large sum of money for their animals from local business to assist in making the 4-H animal project a positive experience. 324 indoor 4-H projects were exhibited by members at the county fair. This indicates members are completing their projects and learning life skills.

• New Mexico State Fair- The agent spent eight days assisting members at the State Fair. The Agent also assisted with the calf scramble show and designed and assisted with the county booth. San Juan County had thirty two members show animals at the state fair that included swine, beef, sheep, goats, dogs and horses. Two members made the premium sale and sold their animals for a fair profit. San Juan Co. entered 76 exhibits from 44 4-H members in the indoor 4-H projects. Members placed well and had a chance to exhibit their projects for many visitors to enjoy! The New Mexico State Fair is a great learning experience for the members to exhibit their projects that they have worked on for the entire year.

• Home Visits- The agent made countless home visits throughout the year to assist members with their projects. While on home visits the agent evaluated the member’s animals as well as trimmed cattle hooves, scrapie tagged sheep, tattooed animals, assisted in DNA extraction for the New Mexico State Fair and national shows. Home visits are a great way for the agent to interact with members and parents on a one on one basis in a setting they felt comfortable in and able to ask many questions relating to the junior livestock program. Many times a livestock pen turns into an outdoor classroom and skills are animal husbandry skills are learned by 4-H members.


San Juan County 4-H Council
The Agent works with the youth council especially the Treasurer with quarterly financial reports as well as an annual report and breakdown to the Board of Trustees. The Council meets four times a year to discuss county 4-H business and make decisions for the county program. The agent works with the youth leaders to develop an agenda and execute the meetings. An Annual Awards Banquet is held in November to recognize members and leaders for their hard work throughout the year. The youth plan and execute the banquet and are responsible for all aspects of the annual banquet. The agent acts as a resource for the council officers and works with other agents in the office to coordinate activities throughout the year. The Council sponsors the County Carnival. This event brings all the clubs together for fun, recreation, and fundraising. This year over 300 member, parents, leaders, and friends enjoyed an evening of 4-H fun. The agent assisted in organizing this event with the county council officers.

4-H Horse Program
San Juan County 4-H has an active horse program. The special interest club is called the Hoofbeat Gang. This club holds monthly meeting and semi-monthly clinics. Hoofbeat has thirty members. They elect officers and make club decisions at monthly meetings. The agent is responsible for finding adult leadership and for the past year three years; two volunteer leaders came forward to assume and share the duties of the club. The club raises money to assist member to attend State Horse School and to assist the members in their horsemanship abilities through fun shows and clinics. Two members participated in District and State 4-H Horse Show. six members participated in NMSF Horse Show. The club ends it year with a banquet and members are rewarded and recognized for their efforts. The agent works closely with the leaders to plan for facilities, events, and county fair youth horse show. This year our county hosted the Northwest District Horse Show. Thirty-four 4-H members participated including seven from San Juan County. The agent assisted in all aspects of the show and assisted volunteer leaders and other 4-H agents where needed. Members from around the district were appreciative and learned many valuable skills including horsemanship, sportsmanship, responsibility and dedication to name a few. This activity was beneficial to the youth of the district.

4-H Rodeo
San Juan County 4-H has an active rodeo club with fifty six members that hold six monthly rodeos and two rodeos at the San Juan County Fair.. These rodeos make up a series that include end of the year awards. This is a saddle series, but many prizes are given including belt buckles, blankets, equipment, and jackets to name a few. Every member receives some sort of award and recognition at the end of the year for their hard work and dedication. The Agent worked with the officials and officers to ensure a quality rodeo for all the participants. Through this program members learn many life skills that include responsibility, safety, sportsmanship, and horsemanship. Through this club both adult and youth are elected to serve as officers and board members and decisions are made at monthly club meetings. Through the dedication of these individuals, a high quality program is delivered to many youth participants throughout the state. The agent works very closely with the leaders of the club to insure all rules are being followed and to assist in the preparations of the rodeos. The agent is also a liaison between the 4-H rodeo club and the fair board. The agent is called upon frequently to assist with situations which arise within the club. At the end of the year the club holds a banquet and members are rewarded for their efforts throughout the year. Rodeo safety is an important aspect of the sport. Every member is required to attend a safety class given by a certified county EMT. Proper paper work is required including a rodeo waiver and insurance information. The Agent is responsible for all correspondence between the insurance company and the rodeo members. Providing the safest environment is always in mind for the 4-H members participating.

4-H Shooting Sports

San Juan County has an active shooting sports program. Disciplines include shotgun, .22 rifle, .22 pistol, air rifle, compound archery and recurve archery. Our shooting sports program begins in late September with an organizational meeting presented by the agent and volunteer leaders. The agent is responsible for finding leaders in each discipline and working with the San Juan Wildlife Federation Range to schedule practices at the only range in the county. Every member is required to receive safety training and the agent always recruits leaders that emphasize safety above everything else. Bi-weekly practices are held in the fall and weekly practices are held in each discipline in the spring. 27 members participated in practices throughout the year and members participated in county contests as well as district for the novice and junior members and state for the senior members. 4-H members from San Juan County are always prepared for district and state competitions and display safety at all the events. The agent also served as the match director for the State Archery contest. Responsibilities included setting up the FIDA and 3-D courses to specifications and running the contest. Over 50 members state-wide participated in this weekend event held at the NRA Whittington Center in Raton. NM.

State and National Events

This year 13 members and two volunteer leaders participated in Senior Leadership Retreat in Albuquerque. Members learned many valuable leadership skills that they brought back to the county program. The also got a chance to meet and socialize with other 4-H members throughout the state. Ten members and a leader participated in Youth Get-Away at Camp Inlow this year. All the members had a great time and learned communication and team building skills. The also got a chance to get to know other members throughout the state. The Agent held a mandatory orientation meeting with the youth to complete all the necessary paperwork in advance. 16 members got a chance to participate in State 4-H Conference. These members judged at the state level and were part of the State 4-H Council and electing a new leadership team. The agent directly trained the livestock, livestock skillathon, and meats team. The Livestock team won second and the skillathon team and Meats ID team both won the state contest and will participate in the national 4-H meats contest in Kansas City. The county had high point individual in both skillathon and meats and the meats team had all three of its members in the top four of the contest! This was a great accomplishment by our youth. This past year the agent trained and chaperoned both the Livestock Skillathon and Livestock team for the National 4-H contest in Louisville, KY. Many hours were spent working with these youth to prepare them for the contests. The skillathon team placed 6th in the nation and although we did not place in the Livestock contest, we had many individual accomplishments and place 5th overall in the swine division. The agent will train and take responsibility for the National trip this fall to Kansas City. The agent also works with local FFA chapters and trains youth involved in 4-H as well as FFA. This past year youth trained by the agent won 2nd place in both meats and livestock at the State FFA Contest and the agent will continue to train these youth for contests in Kansas City and Denver. The agent has a good working relationship with all the FFA chapters in the county. Sixty-eight members participated in a county contests. The agent was responsible for organizing the contests, setting up contests, grading contests, and recruiting leaders to assist. The County Council officers awarded the winners with ribbons and certificates. Forty-one members from San Juan County participated in the NE/NW 4-H District contest in Estancia, NM. The agent trained teams and was responsible for the horticulture contest and livestock contest serving as co-superintendent. The members from our county did very well in all aspects of the competition and represented the program well. San Juan County 4-H members were well represented and won many awards during the two day event. This year the agent organized a livestock judging contest at the county fair for the first time ever. With over twenty-two youth practicing livestock judging in the county, the agent wanted to give these youth an opportunity to judge one more time this year. The agent coordinated this through the fair board and got buckle sponsors for all three divisions. The agent coordinated reason takers, classes, and tabulators to help facilitate this contest. Thirty-one youth participated and turned out to be a great success.

4-H Ski School

The agent schedules and plans for two 4-H ski schools at Durango Mountain Resort at Purgatory in conjunction with the other 4-h Agent in the county. This event is a day of fun for the members and La Plata County 4-H in Colorado is also invited. The youth receive a ½ day lesson and ½ day of skiing/snowboarding. Members get a chance to enjoy one another without competition and build many 4-H friendships. This year 83 members and 35 volunteers participated in the event. This fun event is the highlight of many 4-H members year.

Expanded 4-H

The agent is responsible for delivering the Master Seed Program to the 4th graders of San Juan County in cooperation with Master Gardner graduates. This is a program that teaches the basics of plant growth including soil, seeds, photosynthesis, plant nutrient needs, and insects. Every student has the opportunity to plant a seed in soil and watch it form and grow. The agent along with master gardeners, present this information directly to the students throughout the county. This year 1064 student’s received instruction in the master seed program and was once again a huge success with the students and teachers.
The agent spends time working with local FFA chapters with career development events and training youth in livestock judging, parliamentary procedure, wool, meats, and poultry. Over thirty youth were directly taught and assisted in decision making skill events.

13. Six youth attended the Senior Leadership Retreat held in Albuquerque. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, communication, community service volunteering, and social skills. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge and skills related to leadership and basic life skills as evidenced by observations and discussions with the youth.

14. County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. Seven youth advanced to State level competition. Contest areas included livestock skill-a-thon, home ec skill-a-thon, wildlife habitat evaluation, horse judging, public speaking, and dairy judging. Youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by teamwork and positive attitudes.

Three youth participated in the National Western Stock Show showcasing their development of life skills through livestock exhibits. Six head of livestock were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to self-responsibility, communication, learning to learn, and self-discipline, as evidenced by the quality of animals shown and the amount of ribbons won.

15. Local Club Meetings & Programs – 96% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
Radio Programs & Other Media – 10% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increased public speaking and communication skills by providing ads for the local radio stations related to the Eddy County Fair and National 4-H Week.
County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs – 15% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level.

16. 100% of local clubs conduct community service projects and 98% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. Youth increased knowledge and skills related to generosity and caring as evidenced by observations by the 4-H Agent and club leaders. Results were reported by both 4-H leaders and County Council officers.

17. Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer and Appointed Council Delegate. Youth received training in the following areas through County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Organization, and Public Speaking. 100% of youth actively involved in the County Council gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organizing, communication, nurturing relationships, leadership, teamwork, and self-discipline as evidenced by their increased involvement in 4-H, regular attendance at 4-H council meetings, and the success of the council.

18. Youth worked with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, scholarships and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a variety of fundraisers to send youth on trips, purchase awards for the Annual Achievement Awards, to have premium money for indoor exhibits, and to have funds for operations. Fundraisers included: district contest pledge donors, chili and bingo nights, soliciting donors for indoors exhibits, and donut sales during the fair. The county gathered over $6000 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in planning/organizing, keeping records, sharing, contributions to group efforts, marketable skills, self-responsibility, and problem solving.

7. Eighteen youth attended Youth Get-Away 4-H Camp held near Torreon, New Mexico. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, social skills, teamwork, sharing, problem solving, and managing feelings. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge and skills related to leadership and basic life skills as evidenced by observations and camper evaluations.

Four 4-H members attended the New Mexico 4-H State Livestock School held in Albuquerque. Youth received hands on training related to showmanship, nutrition, fitting, disease, and management. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge about their livestock project. There was also an increase in life skills, such as communication, goal setting, self-responsibility, character, and keeping records.

Thirty eight 4-H members attended a livestock nutrition and showmanship clinic. Youth received hands on training related to showmanship, nutrition, and fitting. The clinics increased knowledge about nutrition and showmanship, and increased mastery skills, such as goal setting and decision making.

8. County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. Thirteen junior youth advanced to District level competition. Contest areas included livestock judging, wildlife, wool, crops, horticulture, home economic skill-a-thon, horse bowl, livestock skill-a-thon, parliamentary procedure, and fashion revue. Youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by teamwork and positive attitudes.

Six youth participated in the New Mexico State Fair showcasing their development of life skills through livestock exhibits. Over 30 livestock were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. 12% of Eddy County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to livestock as evidenced by quality of animals shown and the amount of ribbons won.

Twelve youth participated in the Eastern New Mexico State Fair showcasing their development of life skills through livestock exhibits. Over 60 livestock were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. 26% of Eddy County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to livestock as evidenced by quality of animals shown and the amount of ribbons won.

1. Thirteen 4-H members and their parents attended a New Family Meeting conducted by the 4-H Agent. Youth received information on what 4-H is, project completion, record books, county, district, and state activities, and were able to ask questions about the program. The training increased knowledge, and mastery skills, such as learning to learn.

Four youth attended a rodeo first aid training class. Youth received training in dealing with first aid emergencies during rodeos and about rodeo events. The class increased basic life skills and knowledge related to first aid.

Twenty eight youth attended the Eddy County 4-H Novice Day Camp held in Artesia. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to social skills, leadership, communication, and learning to learn. Older 4-H members served as counselors completing leadership training and field experience. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge and skills related to livestock judging, meat judging, NM culture projects, scrapbooking, Welcome to NM 4-H, home ec skill-a-thon, parliamentary procedure, and basic life skills as evidenced by observations, the completion of take home projects, and camper evaluations.

Two 4-H members attended the Home Economics School held in Valencia County. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to community service volunteering, goal setting, self-responsibility, and problem solving. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge and skills related to sewing, quilting, and housing and interior design, and basic life skills as evidenced by observations and the completion of take home projects.

Nine 4-H members attended a Scrapbooking Work Day. Youth received hands on training on scrapbooking techniques, selecting appropriate photographs and materials, and preparing exhibits for the fair. The work day increased knowledge about scrapbooking, and increased mastery skills, such as decision making and critical thinking.

Two 4-H members attended a Photography Work Day. Youth received hands on training on photography techniques, camera selection, editing pictures, and preparing exhibits for the fair. The work day increased knowledge about photography, and increased mastery skills, such as decision making and critical thinking.

Four 4-H members attended a Food Preservation Work Day. Youth received hands on training on what foods can be preserved, canning techniques, and prepared jelly to enter for the fair. The work day increased knowledge about food preservation, and increase mastery skills, such as decision making and critical thinking.

Twelve 4-H members attended a Leather Craft Work Day. Youth received hands on instruction in leather craft tools, selecting leather, the proper techniques, and worked on a stamped item to enter for the fair. The work day increased knowledge about leather craft, and increased mastery skills, such as decision making and critical thinking.

Five 4-H members attended a Record Book Work Day conducted by the 4-H Agent. Youth received assistance with completing all record sheets and record books. The training increased knowledge and mastery skills, such as keeping records and decision making.

2. County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. Twenty two novice youth advanced to District level competition. Contest areas included livestock judging, wildlife, wool, crops, horticulture, home economic skill-a-thon, horse judging, livestock skill-a-thon, parliamentary procedure, and fashion revue. Youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by teamwork and positive attitudes.

Eighty five youth participated in the Eddy County Fair showcasing their development of life skills through livestock projects. Over 500 livestock were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Over $400,000 was paid to Eddy County 4-H Members through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships. 82% of Eddy County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to livestock, horse, rabbit, and poultry as evidenced by the quality of animals shown and the amount of ribbons won.

3. Twelve 4-H youth served as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters at the annual Eddy County 4-H Achievement Awards, increasing their public speaking skills and giving leadership to the overall program. Members received pins and various awards in recognition of their achievements and increase in life skills throughout the program year. One hundred and fifty members, leaders and guests attended the event.

4. County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. Eight hundred youth gained knowledge related to agriculture through Kids, Kows, and More. They also learned life skills, such as learning to learn and healthy lifestyle choices, and developed a better understanding of agriculture as evidenced by evaluations from teachers.

County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. Five hundred youth gained knowledge related to farm and agriculture safety through the Progressive Agriculture Farm Safety Day. They also learned life skills, such as learning to learn, problem solving, and self responsibility, and developed a better understanding of farm safety as evidenced by evaluations from teachers.

5. Youth served in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Appointed Council Delegate, Pledge Leaders, and Committee Members. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Organization, and Public Speaking. Youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organizing, social skills, nurturing relationships, contributions to a group effort, and self-responsibility as evidenced by the amount of youth involved with their club activities and club planning and an increase number of youth attending 4-H council meetings.

Aspen Achen has signed on to support Youth Development within De Baca County.